And the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel, who is the father of Birzavith.
Parallel translations
- WEB The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.
- BSB The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.
- NKJV The sons of Beriah were Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.
- NASB The sons of Beriah were Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.
- NLT The sons of Beriah were Heber and Malkiel (the father of Birzaith).
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Quick answer
Beriah's sons Heber and Malchiel are named, Malchiel being the father of Birzaith.
Overview
The genealogy of Asher continues through Beriah's descendants. These names preserve the structure of the tribe's leading families. The Chronicler's careful record maintained the identity of Asher's clans within the covenant community returning from exile.
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